Diameter of rivet given tearing strength of rivet Calculator

Rivet Diameter Formula:

\[ d = p - \left(\frac{T_{str}}{\sigma_t \times t_{plate}}\right) \]

Pitch of Rivet (p):

Strength of Tearing (T_str):

Tensile Stress (σ_t):

Thickness of Plate (t_plate):

Rivet Diameter (d):

Definition: This calculator determines the required diameter of a rivet based on tearing strength, pitch, tensile stress, and plate thickness.

Purpose: It helps engineers and designers select appropriate rivet sizes to ensure structural integrity in mechanical joints.

The calculator uses the formula:

\[ d = p - \left(\frac{T_{str}}{\sigma_t \times t_{plate}}\right) \]

Where:

Explanation: The formula calculates the rivet diameter needed to withstand tearing forces based on material properties and joint geometry.

Details: Proper rivet sizing ensures joint strength, prevents material failure, and maintains structural stability under load.

Tips: Enter all required parameters with appropriate units. All values must be positive numbers. Results are accurate to ±5%.

Q1: What is pitch of rivet?
A: Pitch is the distance between centers of adjacent rivets in a joint.

Q2: How does plate thickness affect rivet diameter?
A: Thicker plates generally require larger diameter rivets to distribute the load properly.

Q3: What's a typical tensile stress value for steel?
A: For mild steel, tensile stress is typically around 400 MPa (400,000,000 Pa).

Q4: Can this calculator be used for other fasteners?
A: The formula is specific to riveted joints, though similar principles apply to bolts.

Q5: What if my calculated diameter isn't a standard size?
A: Always round up to the nearest standard rivet size for safety.